1956 Lancia Appia vs. 1968 Mini Clubman
To start off, 1968 Mini Clubman is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,090 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Lancia Appia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Lancia Appia (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1968 Mini Clubman. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Lancia Appia should accelerate faster than 1968 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Lancia Appia weights approximately 180 kg more than 1968 Mini Clubman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Lancia Appia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Mini Clubman, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1956 Lancia Appia (78 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mini Clubman. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1956 Lancia Appia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mini Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Lancia Appia | 1968 Mini Clubman | |
Make | Lancia | Mini |
Model | Appia | Clubman |
Year Released | 1956 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 78 Nm | 72 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2040 mm |